CVE-2007-3573 in akocomment
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in akocomment allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) acparentid or (2) acitemid parameter to an unspecified component, different vectors than CVE-2006-1421.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/24/2017
The vulnerability described in CVE-2007-3573 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the akocomment component of a web application, specifically targeting the acparentid and acitemid parameters. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database system, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The flaw exists in an unspecified component of the akocomment module, distinguishing it from the related CVE-2006-1421 vulnerability which targeted different attack vectors. The vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, which is classified as a severe weakness in software security architecture. According to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to the T1190 technique for exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications, specifically targeting the database layer through improper input validation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate sanitization of user-supplied input parameters within the akocomment component. When the application processes the acparentid and acitemid parameters, it fails to properly validate or escape the input before incorporating it into SQL queries. This allows attackers to inject malicious SQL syntax that gets executed by the database engine. The remote nature of the attack means that an attacker can exploit this vulnerability without requiring local system access, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to modify database contents, escalate privileges, or even gain command execution capabilities on the underlying system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant for organizations using affected software components, as it creates multiple attack surfaces for malicious actors to compromise database integrity and confidentiality. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of comment management systems, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate user comments, access sensitive user data, or even gain unauthorized access to administrative functions. Organizations may face regulatory compliance issues if sensitive data is compromised through this vector, particularly in environments governed by standards such as pci dss or gdpr. The vulnerability's persistence across multiple parameters (both acparentid and acitemid) increases the attack surface and makes it more challenging to implement comprehensive defensive measures.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should immediately apply security patches or updates provided by the software vendor to address this vulnerability. Input sanitization techniques including proper escaping of special characters and validation against known good data patterns should be implemented at all entry points. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring database accounts used by web applications have minimal required permissions. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can help identify and block malicious SQL injection attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application stack. The vulnerability serves as a reminder of the critical importance of secure coding practices and proper input validation in preventing database-related security breaches.